"We'll be heading off now. Let's go, everyone."
Rias prepared a magic circle and the members stepped in. They arrived at the classy venue where many devils already gathered.
"I never seen Satan-Class devils gathered in one place like this." Kiba remarked in amazement after observing the Devil Kings on a distance.
" It truly is an incredible sight." said Xenovia.
"There's Erin!" Issei pointed out after seeing the Goddess with the other kings.
" Onii-sama asked her to arrive on the venue ahead of us to discuss some matters with her." The red head faced the remaining members.
" Make sure not to offend anyone."
" Hai, Buchou."
On the other side, Erin was having casual talk with Sirzechs as they waited for the guest to arrive.
"Michael should arrive soon."
" I thought this pact would only involve the devils?" asked the Goddess.
"Yes but the presence of the other Faction Leaders would strengthen our appearance and convince the Norse God of our aim for peace. Likewise, the presence of another deity such as yourself, would hopefully persuade him faster."
"I put Baraquiel in charge of the security and according to him, Odin should arrive within a few minutes." Azazel informed.
" Baraquiel?" Erin uttered and the Fallen faced her.
" He is one of my Generals and in case you didn't know, he is Akeno's father."
"I see..." Erin pondered. "That made me wonder what kind of training she went through."
" You placed Baraquiel in charge of security?" Sirzechs was mildly surprised.
" I was only making sure." Azazel continued in a serious tone. "There are many Norse Gods who do not approve of Odin's alliance with the devils."
" It seems there are always people like that in every group." replied the Maou.
"Yes. And the problem is that Khaos Brigade is recruiting those people."
Back to Rias' group, Sona approached the ORC and she was accompanied by Tsubaki-senpai and Saji.
"Good Evening, Rias."
" Good Evening, Sona. How is your training camp going?"
"Pretty good."
"Hey, Issei. How are things going for you?" Saji said cheerfully as he gave the boy a light punch.
"Okay, I guess. What about you?"
"Your teacher had actually been helping me."
" You mean Azazel?" spoke Issei in surprise.
Serafall's voice was suddenly heard as she approached the group with glee.
" Welcome, Sona!"
" O-Onee-sama?"
" Hai hai ~ I recently arrived here in the venue."
"Good Evening, Serafall-sama." greeted Rias and the group made a slight bow.
"Oh, Rias-chan! It looks like your peerage is doing well too." Serafall cheerfully said. She then started looking left and right and behind the group which made the others confused.
" Onee-sama." Sona sighed. " If you're looking for the Blue Dragon Empress then she's there talking with the other Maous."
Serafall flinched lightly and flailed her hands.
"Ah- Hehe. I was just curious. No big deal."
The Goddess was soon heading their way after she excused herself from the Maous. Sona pointed to her, making Serafall quickly scramble to leave.
" I forgot I have to greet the other Maous. Bye bye."
" Why is Serafall-sama in a rush to leave?" Issei questioned but he was met by confused looks as well.
"Oh, hello again, President Sona." Erin spoke once she reached the group.
The girl returned the greeting and Saji complimented the Goddess.
"Hi Erin-san. Y-You look good. The dress is great." He said timidly.
Erin chuckled at this and thanked the boy.
"Thanks, Saji. It seems that you have great taste when it comes to fashion." she added with a wink.
Saji blushed slightly while Erin went back to join the ORC.
" How did your discussion went with Onii-sama?"
" Fine. I just have to welcome the guest together with the others for appearances. I excused myself to join you for the meantime."
Rias smiled at this and Sona beckoned for the group to follow her. They arrived at an area which is like an underground, just below the venue.
" We are advised to wait in this room until the ceremony begins."
"The other young devils are here too." Rias was slightly worried. "I hope nothing bad happens."
*(BOOOM!)*
There was a sudden explosion and 2 young devils were facing each other.
" It looks like you really want to die, Zephyrdor." said the female one with faint green colored hair.
" You stink of virginity. What's wrong with saying the truth? You shitty bitch." responded an arrogant looking man with blue hair.
" What's going on?"
"A fight?" Saji added.
" When young devils gather, this stuff usually happens." The man from Tannin's training spoke. Issei pointed a finger at him accusingly.
" Sairaorg." Rias greeted in recognition.
" Y-You're that man who caused the ground to break!"
" Hey, Negative idiots." Erin called out which caused the 2 devils to look at her.
" If you want to beat each other to a pulp, then go do it on a place where you won't harm others! Are you trying to crush us with the wall you just blasted?!"
The man scoffed in amusement.
" Urusai, lost human. If you don't want to get caught up in our fight, then go take your pretty face away before I punch your shit off."
An invisible tick mark formed on Erin's forehead.
" What did you just say to me?" Erin said with a fake smile as she advanced to the man, lightning sparks surrounding her hand.
" Erin, just don't mind those two." Rias said with a sigh but the Goddess didn't listen.
" Excuse me for a minute." Sairaorg stepped away from the group so he can talk to the devils.
" Stop it you two. Princess of the Agares family, Seigvaira, and the problem child of the Glaysa-Laboyas family, Zephyrdor."
Zephyrdor was having an intense staring contest with the Goddess as they butted their heads.
"Why don't you listen to what he says? You stupid blue haired punk!"
" I aint listening to some good for nothing pretty face with a loud mouth!"
" Last warning, Zephyrdor. If you cause any more chaos and harm a guest here, you will have to deal with me." Sairaorg said as he cracked his knuckles.
The man gritted in annoyance as he stepped away from the Goddess and faced Sairaorg.
" Shut up! You're not scaring me, you incompetent fool of the Bael Family!
*(PUNCH!)*
*(BOOM!)*
" Ack!" Zephyrdor was sent flying to the wall from the strong attack
"A-Amazing." Saji said in shock as he witnessed the impact of Sairaorg's punch. It left a huge hollow in the wall.
" He is the next leader of the Bael family, Sairaorg. He is my cousin." Rias informed.
" Seriously. Do I have to deal with these things every year?" sighed Sairaorg as he left the place.
"T-That's why he seems to know about Erin and I."
" And he is the number one among the young devils." Rias added before stopping the Goddess from her attack.
" Erin, that's enough."
" No! This punk is acting like an idiot! I have to electrify him! Attack him with my lightning!" Erin raised her hand and was restrained by Kiba and Saji.
" Can't you see that he is unconscious?"
Erin continued to throw a tantrum like a child and the red head can only sigh on her antics.
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"I-It has been a while, Blue Dragon Empress." Ravel greeted but the Goddess just walked past her, making her shocked.
" Wha- She ignored me?!"
" H-HEY!" Ravel shouted out which made Erin stop walking and look behind.
" Were you calling out to me?" Erin said in confusion. She was busy thinking about the earlier events and was still a little irritated that she didn't notice the girl greeting her.
Ravel sighed and mumbled to herself.
" This is why I hate inferior devils. Though she is a Goddess, but yeah."
" Wait-I know you." Erin said in recognition as she approached the girl. "You're the little sister of Riser, am I right?"
" Hai.. My name is Ravel Phenex." She made a slight bow. " I-I haven't really introduced myself properly last time."
"How is your brother? I apologize for the damage I caused."
" He's completely down because of you." Ravel replied. " Well, it's his fault anyway for being arrogant on his abilities so I'm sure it was a good lesson for him."
" Wow. Tough love. You really care for him, don't you?" Erin said in sarcasm
"But aren't you part of his peerage? I had my doubts when I remember seeing you in the clubroom before."
" After your match with my brother, I was moved to my Mother's peerage. Since my mother doesn't participate in any games, I am basically a free bishop."
" Hmm. So such things could be permitted, huh?" Erin mused.
" Also.. " Ravel handed out a small capsule with a certain symbol engraved.
" This is a symbol of our friendship."
" Oh? So we're friends now?" Erin asked teasingly and Ravel made a 'hmph' sound.
"This is normally a gift for a high-class devil, you know? Y-You should be thankful!"
" Really?" Erin observed the item with wonder. "Then I can't take something like this from you."
The Goddess gestured to return the item but Ravel was quick to give it back to her.
" B-Baka! You should gracefully accept it instead, Blue Dragon Empress."
"Can you stop calling me that? We are supposed to be friends, aren't we? You can just call me Erin." The Goddess said sheepishly.
" T-Then I'll give you the pleasure of being called Mistress Erin." Ravel said with a slight blush.
"M-Mistress?" Erin was slightly surprised. "You don't have to call me that. It makes me appear that I am sort of your hidden lover or something."
Ravel gaped at this and she stuttered on her words.
" W-Well.. then I'll just call you Erin-sama, then."
" I suppose that's better than the first one." Erin awkwardly thought.
" Then, Erin-sama. The next time we meet, I'll treat you to some tea."
The Goddess raised her brow at this.
"L-Lately, I've been baking my own cakes." Ravel fidgeted. "W-Well then. I have to greet the others so I will take my leave."
Erin watched her retreating figure in confusion.
" What is up with her? Geez. She's weirder than Rias." The Goddess hid away the capsule.
She spotted Koneko from a distance and when she noticed the girl leaving in haste, she followed her trail quickly.
" Koneko-chan?" Erin mumbled as she rushed to her direction.
- End of Chapter -